Case Studies
A collection of case studies on psychedelic use and premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD.
Perceptual Psilocybin
Research Paper: https://blossomanalysis.com/topic/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder/
Audiobook: Channel Twelve - Premenstrual Dysphoria and Altered States
The First Paper on Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and Psychedelics is Now Available
Several months ago, I was contacted by Eleanor Taylor, who wanted to chat about PMDD and psychedelics. Little did I know, less than a year later, her and Alana Cookman would make history by publishing the first research paper on psychedelics and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Microdosing
Emily's Microdosing Protocol
FOR RESEARCHERS: This case study is also transcribed as a semi-structured interview here. TW: Before we get into Emily’s story, this article references suicidal ideation and may be triggering for some readers. Please proceed with caution if you are having thoughts of self-harm or wish to avoid this type of content. BIG hugs.
The Magic in Truffles
TW: Before we get into Catherine’s story, this article references suicidal ideation. Please proceed with caution if you are having thoughts of self-harm or wish to avoid this type of content. BIG hugs. Please also see our MICRODOSING HARM REDUCTION GUIDE
Hailey's Microdosing Journey
** MICRODOSING HARM REDUCTION GUIDE for female biology. At 26, Hailey was diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD. By 35, she’d tried several treatment options including birth control & SSRIs to manage symptoms. Birth control never worked for Hailey and seemed to make matters worse, so she went with SSRIs at first to see if they provided …
Jess's Really Good Day
*MICRODOSING HARM REDUCTION GUIDE for female biology. For two weeks out of the month, Jess suffered from migraines, inflammation and mood disturbances. Seeking help from her doctors, Jess was diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD. Jess’s symptoms correlated directly with her menstrual cycle. By her early thirties, symptoms became disabli…
Ayahuasca
The PMDD Underworld
TW: Before we get into Colleen’s story, this article references suicidal ideation. Please proceed with caution if you are having thoughts of self-harm or wish to avoid this type of content. BIG hugs. Please see our HARM REDUCTION GUIDE for female biology as well.
Caitlin's Ayahuasca Practice
*Before we get into Caitlin’s story, this article references suicidal thoughts and suicide attempts. Please proceed with caution if you are having thoughts of self-harm or wish to avoid this type of content. BIG hugs. Please see our HARM REDUCTION GUIDE
A Path for Polly: Shamanism vs. PMDD
Before we get into the nitty gritty - TW: Suicidal Ideation, Medical System Trauma Please see our HARM REDUCTION GUIDE for female biology as well. Struggling with depression for most of her life, Polly started noticing a change in her mood during the pandemic. Twenty-three at the time, and still living in the family home after finishing University, Polly…